Manager Finance
Clarence Valley, Grafton, South Grafton, Maclean, New South Wales (NSW) Clarence Valley Council
Job Ref: | CVC4520000 |
Employer: | Clarence Valley Council |
Job Type: | Fixed Term Full Time |
City: | Clarence Valley, Grafton, South Grafton, Maclean |
Salary and Benefits: | $163,694 - $195,208 plus superannuation per annum |
Post Date: | 18/04/2024 21:13 |
Are you looking for a rewarding career where you can grow and develop while having the benefit of living in an idyllic North Coast location? Here at Clarence Valley Council, we strive to be a progressive employer that offers a rewarding and flexible work environment. Our vision is to create a community full of opportunity and our workforce is where we start to achieve our community aspirations. Located in the Northern Rivers of NSW, we cover 10,441 square kilometres with the three major community hubs of Grafton, Yamba and Maclean. We are one of the biggest employers in the Valley and can offer you a rewarding career and a new lifestyle. Our goal is to be the employer of choice in the Valley, creating opportunities for those who live here already and for those who want to move here. We are in a exciting period of transformation with a focus on employee engagement, satisfaction and delivering exceptional services and facilities for the community. We strive to lead with openness and courage and want you to be part of that journey. So come and join the team while enjoying all that Clarence Valley has to offer you and your family. Learn more about living in the Clarence Valley here. What you need to know...
About the role Clarence Valley Council is in a period of transformation. We are upgrading our systems in Technology One after moving to the cloud. We have a record capital works program and are looking to ensure robust long-term financial planning, budget management, and a forward 10-year capital works program. This position has been created for three years as our Manager Finance and Systems has moved into the position of Lead Analyst—CiA. What are we looking for? We are looking for an experienced local government financial professional to make their mark at Council, a strategic leader who can lead, drive and coach a team to focus on changing practice and influencing sound budget planning and financial management across the organisation. The position will offer insights and advice, which informs decision making that underpins organisational financial sustainability, planning, and control. Are you the right person for this position? Do you have a bachelor’s degree or higher in accounting, finance or commerce as well as a Charter Accountant or Certified Practicing Accountant qualifications? Can you demonstrate substantial knowledge, skills and experience in the administration and control of financial planning and finance operations across a range of relevant finance modules in a local government environment, including the preparation of budgets, annual financial accounts and associated documentation? Technology One use and understanding will be a great advantage. The role is integral to our strategic priorities of streamlining and automating processes to support transparent and robust financial and budget management and to ensure compliance with local government audit requirements. Critical to your success will be your ability to build relationships and influence through credibility and quickly develop a deep understanding of your customer groups and the operational and regulatory framework in which they and the Council operate. Download the position description here. To be considered for this position you will need to:
Contact Alex Moar, Director Corporate & Community on (02) 6643 0810 Closing date Tuesday, 14 May 2024 at 11.30 pm (NSW time). Other important information This position is located at Council's Grafton office, however, this may change should business needs identify other work locations to be more appropriate to deliver our services in the future. |